BSc Electronics & Communication Engineering
March 5, 2025 2026-06-02 12:52Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Communication Engineering
The Backbone of Digital Technology
Since the post–World War II era, Electronics and Communications Engineering has rapidly expanded into a rich, interdisciplinary domain that blends electronics, communication systems, computer science and engineering, robotics, aeronautics and astronautics, healthcare engineering, and artificial intelligence.
Today, Electronics and Communications Engineering programs worldwide continue to evolve propelled by breakthroughs in satellite communications and space technologies, the explosive growth of mobile computing, and powerful new computational capabilities.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for expertise in communications and electronics engineering roles are projected to rise. For aspiring Electronics and Communications Engineering professionals, this growth signals significant opportunities as they prepare for the future of work.
BSc Electronics and Communication Engineering at ACity
Our Electronics and Communication Engineering degree program is designed to give students a strong foundation in contemporary engineering practices, complemented by a solid liberal arts core that sharpens critical reasoning and communication skills. The program equips graduates with the knowledge and versatility needed for advanced studies and successful careers across a wide spectrum of industries.
The aim of the BSc Electronics and Communication Engineering program is to provide in-depth expertise in modern design tools and methodologies for solving real-world challenges in the field. It seeks to cultivate critical thinking, ethical research practices, and employability skills, empowering students to meet evolving academic and industrial demands while contributing meaningfully to the advancement of society.
Top Careers In Electronics and Communication Engineering
A Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering means a career in any of these:
- Audio Engineer - Electricity and Electronics
- Analogue Amplifier Design Engineer
- Electronics Research Engineer
- Electronics Test Engineer
- Antenna Engineer
- Research Engineer - Nanoelectronics
- Broadcasting Professional Engineer
- Radio Research Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Avionics Engineer
Entry Requirements
Applicants must obtain passes (A–D) in six (6) subjects comprising:
- Three (3) core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and General Science or Social Studies
- Three (3) relevant elective subjects, including Additional/Further/Elective Mathematics, Physics, and one other relevant elective subject
Applicants must obtain passes (A1–C6) in six (6) subjects comprising:
- Three (3) core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and General Science or Social Studies
- Three (3) relevant elective subjects, including Additional/Further/Elective Mathematics, Physics, and one other relevant elective subject
Minimum Requirement
- Minimum grade accepted: C6
Applicants must obtain passes in three (3) A-Level subjects, with at least one pass at Grade D or better. Subjects must include Additional/Further/Elective Mathematics and Physics, plus one other relevant elective subject.
Applicants must also possess credit passes (Grade C or better) in five (5) GCE O-Level subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and any three relevant subjects.
Applicants must have completed the French Baccalaureate with an overall score of 10.00 or above.
Applicants must obtain Grades A*/A–C in English, Mathematics, and Science at the Standard Level (SL)/O-Level, in addition to passes in three (3) Higher Level (HL), A-Level, or IB subjects.
Applicants must possess five (5) O-Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, plus passes in three (3) relevant A-Level subjects.
Applicants must possess a Grade 13 qualification with a minimum GPA of 2.50.
All foreign qualifications will be referred to GTEC for determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission to tertiary institutions in Ghana.
Course Outline
- Communication Skills
- French Language
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (FIE) Seminar I
- Introduction to Engineering
- Introduction to Programming with Python
- Physical Sciences
- Pre-Calculus (with MATLAB)
- Technology and Society
- Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (with MATLAB)
- Introduction to Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (FIE) Seminar II
- Introduction to Multidisciplinary Design
- Logic and Critical Thinking
- Programming in C
- Sensors, Measurements and Instrumentation
- Text and Meaning
- Analog Communication
- Analytic Geometry and Calculus II (with MATLAB)
- Circuit Theory
- Electromagnetic Fields & Waves Theory
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship I
- Introduction to Material Science and Engineering
- Leadership Seminar I
- African Studies
- Applied Linear Algebra (with MATLAB)
- Data Communication and Computer Networks
- Electrical Machines
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship II
- Probability, Statistics and Reliability (with MATLAB)
- Solid State Electronic Devices
- Differential Equations(with MATLAB)
- Digital Communication
- Digital Systems Design
- Leadership Seminar II
- Numerical Methods (with MATLAB)
- Signals and Systems
- Systems Dynamics
- Antennas and Wave Propagation
- Automatic Control Systems
- Digital Signal Processing
- Industry Internship
- Microprocessors & Microcontrollers
- Project Management, Engineering
- Economics and Risk Analysis
- Telecommunications Switching and Networks
- Advanced Digital Signal Processing
- Microwave Engineering
- Mobile Communication
- Optical Communication
- Project Phase I
- Remote Sensing
- Environmental Science and Engineering
- Professional Ethics and Values
- Project Phase II
- Real-Time Digital Signal Processing
- Satellite Communication
- Telecommunication System Modelling and Simulation
Why ACity
- Home to students from over 23 countries across africa
- Houses a digital makerspace and a technology & Entrepreneurial center for creative freedom & innovation
- A fully digitized campus with the fattest internet speed in a ghanaian university
- Experienced Faculty with industry experience. Student-to-faculty ratio 5:1
- 70% practical lessons
- Every ACitizen has the opportunity to do a work placement every vacation
